Return of the Crowned Heiress

Chapter 656

“Really?” This time, Pete was the one who was surprised

When he first heard that the women trapped in the bomb shelter had been rescued, he considered many possible culprits. But he hadn’t expected it to be Felicia.

“How did she get involved in this? Pete’s expression hardened, but he quickly relaxed, taking a sip of the wine at his side. A familiar smirk curled on his lips. “Interesting No wonder Mr. Russell has his eyes on her. She’s certainly different”

“Forget about being different! My plan is urgent, and we can’t afford any more delays! Besides, that woman isn’t alone. She has a whole group protecting her. I barely escaped capture today!

me

The hooded man’s tone was laced with fury. He had always been untouchable. Yet today, he had been forced into such a disgraceful retreat. His eyes gleamed coldly. “We need to

fast No more statine!”

Pete didn’t argue. Instead, he nodded cooperatively. “Understood. I’ll have someone lure Felicia out. Once she’s within reach, you can use the bronze bell to control her. She’ll be ready to execute new commands when she loses consciousness.”

man’s anger simmered

the

hooded man’s eyes as he

to be so

hands with a knowing smile. “I even prepared a little surprise for

footsteps echoed from behind a decorative screen. A delicate shadow appeared, outlined against

a beautiful young woman stepped into view. She was undeniably attractive, yet her lips were pressed into a tense line. There was no innocence in barely restrained madness and

certain sharpness

spared her a glance before turning back to Pete. “What’s this supposed

n her gaze, only

her out of the Russell

a long pause, he finally muttered,

it

ability to control people was beyond

the hooded man, the bronze